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| Which subject | Design and technology |
| What topic | biological science |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Design and Technology
Biological Science
Year 3 (Ages 8-9)
30 minutes
20
This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum by integrating biological concepts into design and technology, specifically focusing on understanding living things and how they interact with their environment.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 | Briefly introduce the topic of biological science, explaining key characteristics of living things. |
| 2 | Group Discussion | 5 | In small groups, have students discuss what they know about the needs of plants and animals. |
| 3 | Guided Learning | 10 | Present a brief lesson using a projector, highlighting the basics of living organisms and their environments (using real plants/images). |
| 4 | Designing an Ecosystem | 7 | Students will create a simple design of an ecosystem using craft materials, incorporating their understanding of plant and animal needs. |
| 5 | Conclusion and Cleanup | 3 | Summarise what was learned, answer any remaining questions, and organize materials for cleanup. |
This lesson plan is designed to provide Year 3 students with a fundamental understanding of biological science within the context of design and technology while adhering to the Australian educational standards.